Complications

As mentioned in my previous posts and in classic Maribel style I had numerous post op complications. As usual I developed numerous infections and my wound developed MRSA and e-coli like it did when I had my transplant, therefore they had to re-open my wound and leave it open. I then developed sepsis and kidney failure and required invasive intervention within LITU. Things then got worst and I got duodenal ulcer and perforation which required surgery and several months of TPN and being nil by mouth. Finally to top it off I got portal vein thrombosis so am now on daily clexane injections. Also, with all the numerous antibiotics for infections I suffered a few allergic reactions.

Since my discharge in April and apart from the encephalopathy that  i have talked about I have also had  trouble with my breathing. I can't mobilise without becoming breathless. I have a Lung function appointment in the new year as I think it could be asthma as i often find myself wheezing a lot. Also i was tested for diabetes again and am on the cusp of becoming a diabetic which I really don't think I could cope with again. Since my allergic reactions my skin has become very bad so have been referred to a dermatologist specialist to have some patch tests done.

Finally, after such a traumatic year I have become very depressed again and been suffering from severe panic attacks which happens at least 3 times a week and I don't know how to control them. It's so depressing and as well as my insomnia it makes sleeping at night very difficult. The transplant co-coordinators and social worker have been good support and have set up psych sessions for me in the new year as they think i may need my anti-depressants to be reviewed and increased.

So as you can tell it's been quite a rough year to say the least!